Incendies
Directed by Denis Villeneuve · 2010 ·
Is Incendies worth watching?
Yes. Incendies (2010) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Incendios Die Frau die singt - Incendies Incêndios 灼熱の魂 그을린 사랑 焦土之城 烈火焚身 İçimdeki Yangın
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists TV+, HBO Max in Turkey. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch Incendies by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Prime Video, U-NEXT |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| Turkey | TV+, HBO Max |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (85/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (87%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (79/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.3/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, war, mystery pick
Not ideal for
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Is Incendies worth watching?
Yes — Incendies earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, war, mystery pick.
Celluloid verdict
IMDb Top 250 #97 (8.3/10) — Incendies remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.
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Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Incendies about?
A mother's last wishes send twins Jeanne and Simon on a journey to Middle East in search of their tangled roots. Adapted from Wajdi Mouawad's acclaimed play, Incendies tells the powerful and moving tale of two young adults' voyage to the core of deep-rooted hatred, never-ending wars and enduring love.
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Incendies: frequently asked questions
Is Incendies worth watching?
Yes. Incendies (2010) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Incendies?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in South Korea; TV+, HBO Max in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Incendies?
Incendies runs 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).
What is Incendies rated?
Incendies is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA 15+ in Australia, 14A in Canada and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Incendies?
Incendies is directed by Denis Villeneuve and stars Lubna Azabal, Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin, Maxim Gaudette, Rémy Girard, Allen Altman.
What is the Metascore for Incendies?
Metacritic's Metascore for Incendies is 79 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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